What is a Doula.....?

A Doula is a mother's helper and encourager.  So often, mothers face pregnancy and birth with fear, insecurity, and feeling lost and insignificant.  This is not how it should be.  In your most vulnerable time you are also more powerful than you have ever been.  And you are worth it; you are not forgotten, you may just need some help to see it.  A birth doula is someone who supports a woman in labor to help her plan for and achieve her desired experience.  A doula provides physical, emotional, spiritual, and informational support to the birthing woman and her partner or family. A doula also helps to facilitate good and accurate communication between the birth care team and the birthing family to enable the birthing mother to ask appropriate questions and make informed decisions. A doula can help the mother use techniques to facilitate comfort, labor progression, and relaxation.  A doula can help with positioning, relaxation techniques, motivation, massage, and general comfort and assistance. 

 

A doula is not a medical care provider and does not provide any medical assessments, clinical skills, diagnosis’, prescribe treatments, or make decisions for the family.  A doula can help the mother remember her birth wishes and advocate for herself and her decisions, but does not engage in arguments with the chosen care provider.   A doula is a non-clinical support person.  MY background will only serve as an ability for me to help you understand what questions to ask and what information to look into for yourself. 

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If you chose me as your doula ...

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I am there to support you in finding your way through this time.  I will help you find your strength, find your voice, and realize your full power as a birthing woman.  Coming along side you during pregnancy as a friend and confidant I can help you navigate your choices and realize your vision for your birth. I will help you connect with baby and learn how to communicate your needs to all those around you.  I will be with you in labor and birth to support you emotionally, physically, and spiritually.  Whether you want a silent partner only there for counter-pressure and massage, or someone to pray with you and talk you through your doubts and fear, I will be whatever you want.  I remind you of your wishes and encourage you to use your voice and claim your power.  Postpartum I will help you get settled, start breastfeeding, promote bonding, and make sure you're feeling safe and comfortable.  I will also follow up with you postpartum to listen to you as you process your birth, give you help around the house, provide some time to rest and shower, give breastfeeding support, and help you navigate the new postpartum time. 

 

My role is to come beside you in love to encourage you and help you see yourself in your full power and potential, just as you were created.  Let me help you find your roots!  I believe in you!

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Luke 12:6-7

"Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered.  Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows."